Man struck by SUV in early morning accident on Highway 169
September 10, 2024 | Louisville Twp, MN
A 36-year-old man was fatally injured early Tuesday morning when he was hit by a vehicle on Highway 169 in Louisville Township.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol (MSP), Craig Earl Wilkerson, of Plymouth, was operating a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer southbound on Highway 169 when the vehicle traveled into a ditch and overturned around 12:13 a.m. Subsequently, Wilkerson exited his vehicle and was struck by a southbound Mazda CX-9.
Craig Wilkerson was fatally injured early Tuesday morning when he was hit by an SUV on Highway 169 in Louisville Township.
Sadly, Wilkerson died from injuries he sustained in the crash.
Additional details were not immediately known.
CRASH INVESTIGATION
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 42,915 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2021, an increase of over 10 percent from 2020.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” said Candice Bond, a Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond, an experienced auto accident attorney.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Craig Wilkerson could pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal.
“We understand just what families must go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”
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